Introduction to Oil Painting Materials
In this lesson, we step into the practical side of painting by introducing the essential oil painting materials you’ll be working with. From brushes to surfaces, from oil to paint handling, every tool has a role in shaping your process and your results.
You’ll get familiar with a simple, effective setup that supports clarity and control, including your palette, your medium, and the surfaces you’ll paint on.
Think of this as preparing your workspace and your mindset. The goal is to remove friction, so you can focus entirely on seeing, mixing, and painting with intention.
And yes, don’t forget the coffee.
How to Clean Your Brushes
In this lesson, we step into the practical side of painting by introducing the essential oil painting materials you’ll be working with. From brushes to surfaces, from oil to paint handling, every tool has a role in shaping your process and your results.
You’ll get familiar with a simple, effective setup that supports clarity and control, including your palette, your medium, and the surfaces you’ll paint on.
Think of this as preparing your workspace and your mindset. The goal is to remove friction, so you can focus entirely on seeing, mixing, and painting with intention.
And yes, don’t forget the coffee.
How to Store Oil Paints
In this quick lesson, you’ll discover a simple but surprisingly effective way to preserve your oil paints and extend their usability over time. Instead of wasting paint or constantly remixing the same colors, you’ll learn how to slow down the drying process using a method that might sound unusual… but works.
This approach helps you stay consistent with your mixtures, reduce waste, and keep your workflow efficient between sessions. Sometimes, small practical habits like this can make a big difference in how smoothly you paint.
Preparing Panels For Practice
In this lesson, we prepare the surfaces you’ll be working on by turning simple cardboard into reliable painting panels. This is a practical and accessible approach that allows you to focus on practice without worrying about expensive materials.
You’ll learn how to apply gesso properly, creating a surface that accepts paint well and supports your brushwork.